
Help Serenity attend the Cielo Hawaii Spring Trip
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Hello,
My name is Serenity Dawes, as many know (and for those who don't) I am a senior in college at The University of Arizona. I am majoring in physiology and medical sciences with a plan to go to PA school in Texas to become a Physician Assistant.
On this journey, I have recently been presented with the opportunity to go to Hawaii through a school organization called CIELO- Cultural & Inclusive Experiential Learning Opportunities. I was given the chance to apply and then interview and then fortunately was selected to go on this trip. This is no ordinary trip... as written on CIELO's website, "this trip/program provides students from the University of Arizona with an intimate cross-cultural immersion experience on the island of O'ahu. Participants will engage with Native Hawaiian history, culture, and the struggle for sovereignty through service learning, community/cultural engagement, dialogue, and reflection." I will be attaching a link that allows you to go to the website to see more information.
This will include many activities including but not limited to,
Kapi’olani Orientation
Bishop Museum Park-Guided Visit
Kūkaniloko Birthstones State Monument
Kumu Kahuiao Cultural Protocol
Loko Ea Fishpond Service Project
Haleʻiwa Self-Guided Exploration
Local Backyard Pāʻina (Party)
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Exploration
Ka Papa Loʻi o Kānewai Learning & Service Project
NHIH Graduate Student Panel Discussion
Kapu Kai (Cleansing Ceremony)
Kaʻala Farm
I will be able to engage in service projects that benefit the environment and preservation of Hawaii's unique culture while humbling myself, growing in/shining Jesus, and making new connections.
I dearly love to serve others and help whenever I can. I am always looking for more ways to educate myself and dive into experiences that challenge and humble me.
I am beyond grateful to be able to go on this trip.
Given that, it costs a fee, one that is a lot and I am hoping to raise money for it.
The trip itself:
1 week long
Cost: Approximately $1,750 (airfare not included)
Both include:
Hotel
Breakfast + Lunch
Excursions + Transportation
Airfare is looking to range anywhere from $500-$650 which can change at any time.
Given the cost of the trip, the cost of flights, the cost of extra expenses, and meals not covered, I am hoping to raise $2,800.
Considering all of this, I want to extend a warm big thank you to everyone who takes the time to read this and chooses to support me whether that is emotionally, financially, or spiritually. This can be done as many times as you want.
I will be attaching a link that allows you to send words of encouragement and prayers my way. I will also be attaching a link that has a thank you message and allows you to stay updated about pictures and videos of the trip.
I thank you for whatever you choose to give to me in whatever ways that feel most comfortable for you. Thank you ahead of time for considering my opportunity, supporting me financially, sending encouraging words and prayers, and sharing this with your family and friends. Any amount of support in all shapes and types helps :)!
Link to read more about the trip: https://deanofstudents.arizona.edu/cielo-hawaii
Link to send encouraging words/prayers: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQC4DF6f-SiGcvzCCQqEbbov7qTee8dVzr7YjHN5HwOGixmw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Link for a thank you message and to stay updated on pictures/videos with the trip:
Organizer

Serenity Dawes
Organizer
Tucson, AZ